Tung - Mawal, Pune
Tung is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Tung village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tung is 556011. The village covers a total geographical area of 781 hectares and falls under the 410506 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Tung
As per Census 2011, Tung village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 487 males and 471 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 613 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 487 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 363 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 124 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Tung
Tung is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolechafesar | North | 1.81 km |
| Morave | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Pansoli | East | 2.72 km |
| Majgaon | East | 2.96 km |
| Pale Pawan Mawal | North | 3.13 km |
| Chavsar | South | 3.16 km |
| Keware | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Shindgaon | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Thakursai | East | 4.31 km |
| Kadav | South-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tung. The nearest railway station is Malavli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonavala to Tung is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Tung is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tung
Where is Tung located?
Tung village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tung?
Tung is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tung?
The pincode of Tung is 410506.
What is the population of Tung?
Tung has a total population of 958, including 487 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Tung?
There are 151 households in Tung.
What is the literacy rate in Tung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tung is 63.99%. Male literacy is 74.54% and female literacy is 53.08%.